Publisher's Synopsis
""History of Latin Christianity: Including That of the Popes to the Pontificate of Nicolas V V6"" is a comprehensive book written by Henry Hart Milman. It covers the history of Christianity in the Latin-speaking world from its early beginnings to the pontificate of Pope Nicolas V. The book is divided into six volumes, each of which covers a different period in the history of Latin Christianity. The first volume covers the early years of Christianity in the Roman Empire, including the rise of the Church, the persecution of Christians, and the eventual acceptance of Christianity by the Roman Empire. The second volume covers the development of the Church in the Middle Ages, including the rise of the papacy and the schism between the Eastern and Western Churches. The third volume covers the Crusades and the expansion of Christianity into new territories, including the Americas. The fourth volume covers the Reformation and the Counter-Reformation, including the rise of Protestantism and the Council of Trent. The fifth volume covers the Enlightenment and the French Revolution, including the secularization of society and the separation of church and state. The final volume covers the pontificate of Pope Nicolas V, including the Renaissance and the cultural and intellectual revival of Europe. Throughout the book, Milman provides a detailed and engaging account of the major events and figures in the history of Latin Christianity. He also explores the social, political, and cultural contexts in which these events took place, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the history of Christianity in the Latin-speaking world. Overall, ""History of Latin Christianity: Including That of the Popes to the Pontificate of Nicolas V V6"" is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, the papacy, or the cultural and intellectual history of Europe.In Nine Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.